Kids Forward
@kidsforward.bsky.social
Kids Forward is a statewide antiracist policy center that inspires action and advocates for children and families of color and those furthest from opportunity in Wisconsin. We envision a Wisconsin where every child thrives.
This #GivingTuesday, will you join us to Reimagine Wisconsin?
Your donation will fuel a movement to demand better for Wisconsin: bit.ly/48sDmZc
This year's been tough. But, we're all about the joy, which is why we've created a playlist w/some of our favorite tunes: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Your donation will fuel a movement to demand better for Wisconsin: bit.ly/48sDmZc
This year's been tough. But, we're all about the joy, which is why we've created a playlist w/some of our favorite tunes: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
December 1, 2025 at 11:09 PM
This #GivingTuesday, will you join us to Reimagine Wisconsin?
Your donation will fuel a movement to demand better for Wisconsin: bit.ly/48sDmZc
This year's been tough. But, we're all about the joy, which is why we've created a playlist w/some of our favorite tunes: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Your donation will fuel a movement to demand better for Wisconsin: bit.ly/48sDmZc
This year's been tough. But, we're all about the joy, which is why we've created a playlist w/some of our favorite tunes: www.youtube.com/playlist?lis...
Menasha, Wis. - Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government shutdown continues, putting critical nutrition assistance at risk for more than 33,000 people in the Fox Valley & 700,000 residents across WI: kidsforward.org/local-food-p...
October 31, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Menasha, Wis. - Local food pantries and community organizations are preparing for a surge in demand as the federal government shutdown continues, putting critical nutrition assistance at risk for more than 33,000 people in the Fox Valley & 700,000 residents across WI: kidsforward.org/local-food-p...
There's so much going on with SNAP - it's hard to keep track. As of right now, here's the big picture of what's going on.
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
October 30, 2025 at 7:50 PM
There's so much going on with SNAP - it's hard to keep track. As of right now, here's the big picture of what's going on.
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
Learn more & take action on the shutdown here: kidsforward.org/the-federal-...
🍎🍓🍳Got an idea to help make Wisconsin school meals more local and nourishing?
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
October 22, 2025 at 7:23 PM
🍎🍓🍳Got an idea to help make Wisconsin school meals more local and nourishing?
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
The application window for the Spark & Innovation Collaborative Awards is now OPEN: kidsforward.org/grant-opportunity-bringing-local-nutritious-food-to-our-schools/
💡 Have an idea for Wisconsin? We'd love to connect!
📢This WEDNESDAY: United for Action
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 20, 2025 at 7:05 PM
📢This WEDNESDAY: United for Action
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
October 22, 12pm
Register here: kidsforward.org/oct-22-the-j...
🎤 Join us this Wednesday to celebrate the youth justice work we've done together this year & unite with us for action in 2026.
#YJAM2025 #UnitedforAction
How much more will YOU pay for health insurance in January?
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
October 10, 2025 at 6:33 PM
How much more will YOU pay for health insurance in January?
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
If Congress doesn’t renew the ACA tax credits for folks who get insurance through healthcare.gov, it’s about to get a LOT more expensive. How expensive?
Swipe through to find out ->
Learn more & contact your reps: lnkd.in/g2cdZWjJ
Think the cost of health care is already too high 💸?
Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage.
Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage.
Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
October 8, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Think the cost of health care is already too high 💸?
Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage.
Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
Starting in January, many Wisconsinites will be forced to pay an average of 85% MORE for their coverage.
Let Wisconsin's Republican members of Congress know that we can't afford their reckless choices: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
The enhanced premium tax credit has helped more than 24 million people get more affordable health coverage through healthcare.gov marketplace.
But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
October 3, 2025 at 7:36 PM
The enhanced premium tax credit has helped more than 24 million people get more affordable health coverage through healthcare.gov marketplace.
But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
But Congress has yet to extend this credit. If they don't, this means that many will pay $100s more/mo for insurance in Jan: kidsforward.org/act-illegal-...
The State of Working WI 2025 affirms what workers across WI have been saying for years. Families are deeply struggling to make ends meet. Meanwhile wealthy corporations are boasting record profits. This Labor Day, we’re calling on decision makers to take bold action: kidsforward.org/a-call-to-ac...
August 29, 2025 at 3:59 PM
The State of Working WI 2025 affirms what workers across WI have been saying for years. Families are deeply struggling to make ends meet. Meanwhile wealthy corporations are boasting record profits. This Labor Day, we’re calling on decision makers to take bold action: kidsforward.org/a-call-to-ac...
Earlier this month, the President signed the Megabill aka the Big Ugly Bill.
The latest data is out - deep tax cuts for the richest Wisconsinites & crumbs for the rest of us. Meanwhile, low-income Wisconsinites will bear the brunt of the bill's massive cuts in health care & food assistance.
The latest data is out - deep tax cuts for the richest Wisconsinites & crumbs for the rest of us. Meanwhile, low-income Wisconsinites will bear the brunt of the bill's massive cuts in health care & food assistance.
July 24, 2025 at 8:33 PM
Earlier this month, the President signed the Megabill aka the Big Ugly Bill.
The latest data is out - deep tax cuts for the richest Wisconsinites & crumbs for the rest of us. Meanwhile, low-income Wisconsinites will bear the brunt of the bill's massive cuts in health care & food assistance.
The latest data is out - deep tax cuts for the richest Wisconsinites & crumbs for the rest of us. Meanwhile, low-income Wisconsinites will bear the brunt of the bill's massive cuts in health care & food assistance.
Last week, the state budget was signed by Governor Evers. A few thoughts: kidsforward.org/state-budget...
Hours later the Big Ugly Bill passed. It's going to strip millions of their health insurance & food assistance.
More to come, but for now, we rest. Hope you had a good 4th of July.
Hours later the Big Ugly Bill passed. It's going to strip millions of their health insurance & food assistance.
More to come, but for now, we rest. Hope you had a good 4th of July.
July 7, 2025 at 6:29 PM
Last week, the state budget was signed by Governor Evers. A few thoughts: kidsforward.org/state-budget...
Hours later the Big Ugly Bill passed. It's going to strip millions of their health insurance & food assistance.
More to come, but for now, we rest. Hope you had a good 4th of July.
Hours later the Big Ugly Bill passed. It's going to strip millions of their health insurance & food assistance.
More to come, but for now, we rest. Hope you had a good 4th of July.
Happy Memorial Day to all of our veterans and their families!
Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.
Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.
May 23, 2025 at 9:38 PM
Happy Memorial Day to all of our veterans and their families!
Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.
Remember: we can't honor veterans and their families in one breath, then strip away their food & health insurance in the next.
They’re not even trying to pretend they care about everyday ppl. This will decimate the rural health systems that are already hanging on by a thread. This will hurt everyone, not just those on Medicaid, all in the name of more tax cuts for the wealthiest 1%: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-re...
May 22, 2025 at 5:27 PM
They’re not even trying to pretend they care about everyday ppl. This will decimate the rural health systems that are already hanging on by a thread. This will hurt everyone, not just those on Medicaid, all in the name of more tax cuts for the wealthiest 1%: kidsforward.org/wisconsin-re...
Learning your child is in trouble w/the law is one of the most stressful times. But in Wisconsin, courts make matters worse by charging families thousands.
Why is debt free justice important & how does WI's new guidance help? https://f.mtr.cool/fnligqirda
Why is debt free justice important & how does WI's new guidance help? https://f.mtr.cool/fnligqirda
May 12, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Learning your child is in trouble w/the law is one of the most stressful times. But in Wisconsin, courts make matters worse by charging families thousands.
Why is debt free justice important & how does WI's new guidance help? https://f.mtr.cool/fnligqirda
Why is debt free justice important & how does WI's new guidance help? https://f.mtr.cool/fnligqirda
Happy Tax Day, Wisconsin!
While billionaires dodge taxes, working families pick up the tab. We're asking @bryansteil.bsky.social & Rep. Van Orden to fund care, not corporate giveaways. Learn more & send them a msg: kidsforward.org/tell-congres...
#TaxDay #FairTaxes #WIForward
While billionaires dodge taxes, working families pick up the tab. We're asking @bryansteil.bsky.social & Rep. Van Orden to fund care, not corporate giveaways. Learn more & send them a msg: kidsforward.org/tell-congres...
#TaxDay #FairTaxes #WIForward
April 16, 2025 at 1:20 AM
Happy Tax Day, Wisconsin!
While billionaires dodge taxes, working families pick up the tab. We're asking @bryansteil.bsky.social & Rep. Van Orden to fund care, not corporate giveaways. Learn more & send them a msg: kidsforward.org/tell-congres...
#TaxDay #FairTaxes #WIForward
While billionaires dodge taxes, working families pick up the tab. We're asking @bryansteil.bsky.social & Rep. Van Orden to fund care, not corporate giveaways. Learn more & send them a msg: kidsforward.org/tell-congres...
#TaxDay #FairTaxes #WIForward
Wisconsin's 300,000 immigrants are vital contributors to the economic & social fabric of our communities.
The Governor’s 2025-27 state budget would make it easier for immigrant families & children to thrive in Wisconsin: https://f.mtr.cool/vnglprywxa
The Governor’s 2025-27 state budget would make it easier for immigrant families & children to thrive in Wisconsin: https://f.mtr.cool/vnglprywxa
April 8, 2025 at 11:32 PM
Wisconsin's 300,000 immigrants are vital contributors to the economic & social fabric of our communities.
The Governor’s 2025-27 state budget would make it easier for immigrant families & children to thrive in Wisconsin: https://f.mtr.cool/vnglprywxa
The Governor’s 2025-27 state budget would make it easier for immigrant families & children to thrive in Wisconsin: https://f.mtr.cool/vnglprywxa
📢Join us WEDNESDAY📢
A State Budget that Works for Every Kid
Wed, April 2, 12pm
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....
We're honored to have a few partners join us: Amanda Merkwae w/ @aclu.org of WI; Michelle Ramirez-White w/ @WI Farmers Union & Teacher/Community Advocate/Parent - Nailah Adama.
A State Budget that Works for Every Kid
Wed, April 2, 12pm
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....
We're honored to have a few partners join us: Amanda Merkwae w/ @aclu.org of WI; Michelle Ramirez-White w/ @WI Farmers Union & Teacher/Community Advocate/Parent - Nailah Adama.
March 31, 2025 at 4:34 PM
📢Join us WEDNESDAY📢
A State Budget that Works for Every Kid
Wed, April 2, 12pm
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....
We're honored to have a few partners join us: Amanda Merkwae w/ @aclu.org of WI; Michelle Ramirez-White w/ @WI Farmers Union & Teacher/Community Advocate/Parent - Nailah Adama.
A State Budget that Works for Every Kid
Wed, April 2, 12pm
Register: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi....
We're honored to have a few partners join us: Amanda Merkwae w/ @aclu.org of WI; Michelle Ramirez-White w/ @WI Farmers Union & Teacher/Community Advocate/Parent - Nailah Adama.
Across the state, people like you are joining together as voters to create the Wisconsin we want to see—a place where every family can live safe, healthy, stable lives, not just the wealthy few.
💪BE A VOTER. Polls will be open fr 7am - 8pm. Find your poll location - myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-M....
💪BE A VOTER. Polls will be open fr 7am - 8pm. Find your poll location - myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-M....
March 30, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Across the state, people like you are joining together as voters to create the Wisconsin we want to see—a place where every family can live safe, healthy, stable lives, not just the wealthy few.
💪BE A VOTER. Polls will be open fr 7am - 8pm. Find your poll location - myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-M....
💪BE A VOTER. Polls will be open fr 7am - 8pm. Find your poll location - myvote.wi.gov/en-us/Find-M....
In February, Governor Evers named 2025 the “Year of the Kid."
We’re thrilled to hear it!
We look forward to working with both sides of the aisle to ensure that the state budget includes every kid in Wisconsin.
Join us to hear our take: https://f.mtr.cool/dhdkxpzvmd
We’re thrilled to hear it!
We look forward to working with both sides of the aisle to ensure that the state budget includes every kid in Wisconsin.
Join us to hear our take: https://f.mtr.cool/dhdkxpzvmd
March 14, 2025 at 1:02 PM
In February, Governor Evers named 2025 the “Year of the Kid."
We’re thrilled to hear it!
We look forward to working with both sides of the aisle to ensure that the state budget includes every kid in Wisconsin.
Join us to hear our take: https://f.mtr.cool/dhdkxpzvmd
We’re thrilled to hear it!
We look forward to working with both sides of the aisle to ensure that the state budget includes every kid in Wisconsin.
Join us to hear our take: https://f.mtr.cool/dhdkxpzvmd
Ya'll made it as hard as possible for them - it just squeaked by along party lines, but barely. Battle's over, but the war isn't. Here at Kids Forward, we're not giving up, and we hope you don't either.
#medicaid #congress #healthcare #healthcareforall✊🏽❤️ #HealthcareForAll
#medicaid #congress #healthcare #healthcareforall✊🏽❤️ #HealthcareForAll
March 7, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Ya'll made it as hard as possible for them - it just squeaked by along party lines, but barely. Battle's over, but the war isn't. Here at Kids Forward, we're not giving up, and we hope you don't either.
#medicaid #congress #healthcare #healthcareforall✊🏽❤️ #HealthcareForAll
#medicaid #congress #healthcare #healthcareforall✊🏽❤️ #HealthcareForAll
Black history isn’t just Black history—it’s American history.
Their legacies remind us that justice isn’t given—it’s fought for. While some may try to erase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the history that comes with it, we must continue to honor and share these stories.
Their legacies remind us that justice isn’t given—it’s fought for. While some may try to erase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the history that comes with it, we must continue to honor and share these stories.
February 14, 2025 at 5:39 PM
Black history isn’t just Black history—it’s American history.
Their legacies remind us that justice isn’t given—it’s fought for. While some may try to erase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the history that comes with it, we must continue to honor and share these stories.
Their legacies remind us that justice isn’t given—it’s fought for. While some may try to erase Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion and the history that comes with it, we must continue to honor and share these stories.
Please welcome Nate & Faith to the team! Both worked at KF part-time last year, so we were elated to have them join us full time at the start of 2025.
Please welcome them by saying 'hey' 👋🏽 in the chat.
Please welcome them by saying 'hey' 👋🏽 in the chat.
February 11, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Please welcome Nate & Faith to the team! Both worked at KF part-time last year, so we were elated to have them join us full time at the start of 2025.
Please welcome them by saying 'hey' 👋🏽 in the chat.
Please welcome them by saying 'hey' 👋🏽 in the chat.